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1 mnth post op knee arthro. incisions sting & hurt, becoming hard and bumpy, knee still swollen what should i do? thanyou

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Dr. Alvin Stein answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Get back to DR: You could have a low grade infection or more than that. Need to get back to the doctor asap.

Dr Den agreed

Answered 3/25/2013

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